Careers · Magherafelt
Careers at Genesis Bakery
We are currently recruiting at our bakery in Magherafelt. Please click on the link below for more information. To apply you can complete an application form or send your CV to hr@genesisbakery.co.uk.
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- Pay
- £13.05 an hour, regardless of age
Pay rises as your skills do - Time off & pension
- 28 days’ paid holiday
Pension · healthcare cash plan after six months - Hours
- Day and night shift patterns
Listed on each vacancy - Places
- 7 across 2 roles
- Closes
- Monday 26 October, 5pm
- How to apply
- Online application
Or register your interest below
Vacancies
Current vacancies
What we offer
Why work at Genesis Bakery
Security and stability
Genesis Bakery has been baking in Magherafelt since 1968 and remains family-owned. Our roles offer set working patterns, weekly pay, 28 days’ paid holiday and a workplace pension, confirmed in a written contract from your first day.
Apprenticeships at the full rate of pay
Earn £13.05 per hour from your first day while gaining valuable hands-on experience and working towards a recognised qualification delivered by an approved training organisation.
Training and career progression
Full training is provided for every role. As you develop skills across different sections of the bakery, your rate of pay increases. Many of our skilled bakers, team leaders and managers began their careers here as apprentices.
Shift patterns
We have opportunities across a range of day and night shift patterns, with hours varying depending on the role. Please refer to individual vacancies for full details of working hours and schedules.
Quality you can be proud of
Products made in Magherafelt are supplied to M&S, Tesco and Waitrose and sold under the Genesis name across Northern Ireland. The bakery is certified to BRCGS Food Safety grade AA+, the highest grade awarded.
Employee benefits
- 28 days’ paid holiday
- Workplace pension scheme
- Weekly pay
- Healthcare cash plan after six months
- Shopping discount scheme after six months
- Free on-site parking
- Full-attendance awards
- Long-service awards
- Full training and recognised qualifications
What we’re looking for
- A positive attitude and a strong work ethic
- The ability to work well as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- A commitment to food safety, quality and good attendance
- Previous experience is beneficial but not essential for most roles; full training is provided
The roles
A closer look at the work
Short clips of the work carried out in our bakery. Select a clip to register your interest in that role.
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Jam, piped into every sponge
Apprentice Baker
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Rows of cream, tray after tray
Production Operator
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Packed by hand for the shelf
Apprentice Packing Operative
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Caramel buttercream, one cake at a time
Apprentice Baker
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Bundts, glazed on the line
Production Operator
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Party rings, sprinkled
Production Operator
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Boxed, and off to the shop
Apprentice Packing Operative
- Nothing gets baked in a dirty bakery. Every clip here happens because someone kept the place spotless first. Hygiene Operative
How to apply
Our application process
Every candidate follows the same application and selection process, however they first get in touch.
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Apply
Complete an online application through our jobs portal, or register your interest on this page and a member of our HR team will contact you to guide you through it.
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Application review
Our HR team reviews each application against the requirements of the role and contacts shortlisted candidates to arrange an interview.
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Interview
Interviews take place at our bakery in Magherafelt, giving you the chance to find out more about the role and the team.
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Pre-employment checks
Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including proof of your right to work in the UK and references.
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Offer and induction
Successful candidates receive a written offer and contract of employment, followed by a full induction including food safety and hygiene training.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Application process
- How do I apply?
- You can apply online through our jobs portal, or register your interest using the form on this page and a member of our HR team will contact you to guide you through the application.
- If I can’t apply for the role via the system, what can I do?
- If you need help or assistance when applying for a role at Genesis Bakery, please get in touch with the HR team via email at hr@genesisbakery.co.uk or by telephone on 028 7963 2465, and a member of the HR team will be happy to assist you with your application.
- Do I need a CV?
- A CV is not required to register your interest, although you are welcome to attach one. All candidates complete our standard application form before interview.
- Do I need previous experience?
- Previous experience is beneficial but not essential for our production, packing, hygiene and apprentice roles, and full training is provided. Specialist and management roles set out their requirements on the vacancy.
- What pre-employment checks are carried out?
- All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including proof of your right to work in the UK and references. You will be asked to provide original documents to confirm your right to work.
- What happens after I apply?
- A member of our HR team will contact you, usually within one working day, to discuss your application and the next steps. Shortlisted candidates are invited to interview.
Working at Genesis Bakery
- What does “apprentice” mean here?
- An apprenticeship at Genesis Bakery is a permanent role paid at the full rate of £13.05 an hour from your first day, regardless of age, during which you work towards a recognised qualification within your working hours.
- What career progression is available?
- Many of our skilled bakers, team leaders and managers started their careers with us as apprentices. Your rate of pay increases as you become skilled across different sections of the bakery.
- Are the roles permanent?
- Our bakery floor roles are permanent, with set shift patterns and weekly pay. Genesis Bakery has been baking in Magherafelt since 1968.
- What are the hours?
- Hours depend on the role. Bakers start at 5am, Monday to Friday. Production operates day and night shifts. Packing is daytime, Monday to Friday. Hygiene is days, with a weekend week on rotation. Each vacancy states its working pattern.
- What benefits are offered?
- 28 days’ paid holiday, a workplace pension, weekly pay, free on-site parking, and a healthcare cash plan and shopping discount scheme after six months, together with full-attendance and long-service awards.
- Where is the bakery?
- 31 Aughrim Road, Magherafelt, BT45 6BB, with free parking on site. Open in Maps
Register your interest
Register your interest
Complete the short form and a member of our HR team will contact you, usually within one working day, to discuss the role and guide you through our application process. Alternatively, apply online through our jobs portal.
- HR team 028 7963 2465 · hr@genesisbakery.co.uk
- Visit 31 Aughrim Road, Magherafelt, Co. Derry, BT45 6BB
- Apply online Genesis jobs portal
Genesis Bakery is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Every candidate, however they first get in touch, follows the same application, selection and monitoring process.